Casting Out Fear

There is no fear in love; but perfect love casts out fear, because fear involves punishment, and the one who fears is not perfected in love.—1 John 4:18 NASB

God placed Adam and Eve in a perfect world: a garden overflowing with abundance. There, He met every need! But Satan deceived them into believing God was withholding blessings. When they believed Satan’s lies, fear entered the world (Genesis 3:10).

Suddenly conscious of their sin, they no longer could enjoy God’s abundance or even His presence. They no longer trusted Him or fellowshipped with Him. Their hearts became full of fear.

This is the impact of fear. It paralyzes us. It shapes our attitudes and expectations and blocks the flow of God’s blessings. Like Adam and Eve, we can become afraid of facing God, afraid to believe His Word, or reluctant even to talk with Him.

This fear is expressed in many ways. We can be afraid of failure, what others might say about us, our jobs, world conditions, violence, or storms.

Everything changes when our relationship with the Father is restored, and we live in fellowship with Him. We learn to trust Him and be confident that He will meet our every need and give us an abundant life.

Remember, “there is no fear in love,” and God loves you perfectly. Enter that love relationship with your Father. Let His love cast out every fear. And seek to live in expectation and faith, believing He will meet every need and give you His abundance. You can trust Him.

Reflection Question: Write a prayer giving all your fears and worries to the Lord.